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The Great Famine, which struck Ireland from 1845 to 1852, resulted in the deaths of approximately one million people and caused mass emigration. Triggered by a potato blight, this crisis exposed the vulnerabilities of a largely agrarian society and the British government's inadequate response. The famine significantly altered Ireland's demographic landscape and its relationship with Britain, leading to enduring socio-political ramifications. This historical event remains a poignant example of food insecurity and governmental neglect.
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